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@uplandMedia Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:00:39
Contractor to handover Kabalega International Airport by the end of October
Hoima, Uganda | URN | The contractor of Kabalega International Airport in Hoima District says the facility will be handed over to the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) by the end of October, with works now 98 percent complete. The project contractor, a joint venture of Israeli-British firms Shikun Binui International (SBI) and Colas Limited, … The post Contractor to handover Kabalega International Airport by the end of October appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:00:40
Umeme share sheds 85% value ahead of loss announcement
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Umeme Limited's shares have lost about 85 percent of their value since the electricity distributor handed over its concession to the government in March 2025, making the stock one of the worst-performing counters on the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE) and the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). The decline has accelerated this … The post Umeme share sheds 85% value ahead of loss announcement appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:36:28
Why more Ugandan businesses are choosing Equity Online for Business
Equity Bank Uganda introduced Equity Online for Business, a next-generation platform designed to simplify financial management for enterprises of all sizes in April 2026. Immaculate Asiimwe, Head of payments and channels at Equity Bank Uganda, explains why the platform was developed, how it is changing the way businesses transact, and what customers can expect in The post Why more Ugandan businesses are choosing Equity Online for Business first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 05 Aug 2026 06:56:56
Former Uganda Cranes Captain Emmanuel Okwi retires from professional football; Looking back at his remarkable career since 2008
Former Uganda Cranes captain Emmanuel Arnold Okwi has announced his retirement from professional football, bringing an end to a career that spanned more than 16 years and established him as one of Ugandas greatest footballers. The 33-year-old confirmed his decision through a statement shared on his social media platforms, describing it as one of the The post Former Uganda Cranes Captain Emmanuel Okwi retires from professional football; Looking back at his remarkable career since 2008 first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:38
Ghetto Kids' World Cup moment tests Uganda's ability to sell its culture
Kampala, Uganda | URN | For a dance troupe that emerged from the streets of Kampala's Katanga neighbourhood, the FIFA World Cup 2026 final was an unlikely stage. But when the Ghetto Kids performed at the tournament's halftime show alongside Shakira and Burna Boy, their story travelled far beyond Uganda. Now back home, the young … The post Ghetto Kids' World Cup moment tests Uganda's ability to sell its culture appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:41
Huawei Uganda launches Makerere ICT recruitment drive
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Huawei Technologies Uganda launched its latest campus recruitment programme, reiterating its commitment to nurturing local ICT talent and bridging the gap between academia and industry. The recruitment drive will take place on Friday, Aug. 7, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Main Building of Makerere University. … The post Huawei Uganda launches Makerere ICT recruitment drive appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:41
Has Uganda changed the Ebola rulebook?
Uganda says modern outbreak science has changed what investigators can know. Is it time to rethink the 42-day rule? COVER STORY | RONALD MUSOKE | When Uganda's Ministry of Health announced on July 28, 2026, that the country had declared the end of its latest Ebola outbreak, something unusual happened. There was no public … The post Has Uganda changed the Ebola rulebook? appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:42
Otunnu says rift with Museveni persists despite backing for UN top job
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Olara Otunnu, Uganda's candidate for United Nations Secretary-General, has acknowledged that his long-standing disagreements with President Yoweri Museveni remain unresolved, even as Museveni's government throws its weight behind his campaign. Otunnu, who made his strongest bid for the UN's top job in 1996 but lacked the backing of the Ugandan … The post Otunnu says rift with Museveni persists despite backing for UN top job appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:42
FIRST OIL AND BEYOND: The road to a US$500 Billion Economy
COMMENT | ALI SSEKATAWA | When President Yoweri Museveni met the Uganda Cranes team following their exit from the AFCON 2025 campaign, he drew on his military experience to deliver a lesson that transcended football. He reminded the players that every force has an Area of Responsibility (AOR) and that success depends on … The post FIRST OIL AND BEYOND: The road to a US$500 Billion Economy appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:43
Uganda's business rebounds, but fragile
Businesses are still struggling with higher costs caused by global events, including renewed conflict in the Middle East, which has disrupted energy markets and pushed up fuel prices Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Ugandan businesses are feeling more confident about the months ahead, but rising fuel prices, high operating costs and global … The post Uganda's business rebounds, but fragile appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 05 Aug 2026 06:23:38
African Union to Build Humanitarian Agency Headquarters in Uganda
Uganda has been selected to host the headquarters of the African Union Humanitarian Agency, a move the government says will strengthen the countrys position as a regional hub for diplomacy and humanitarian affairs. Speaking at the Uganda Media Centre in Kampala, ICT and National Guidance Minister Justine Kasule Lumumba announced that the agencys permanent headquarters The post African Union to Build Humanitarian Agency Headquarters in Uganda first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@matookerepublic Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:57:49
Medical interns refuse to report for duty until gov't funds their welfare
Medical interns due to begin their 2026/2027 internship have announced that they will not report to their assigned hospitals until the government resolves their welfare concerns and withdraws the controversial National Education and Training for Health (NETH) policy. The decision was reached after a meeting held on 31 July 2026 between representatives of the interns The post Medical interns refuse to report for duty until gov't funds their welfare first appeared on Matooke Republic.
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@uplandMedia Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:14
SEATINI @30: The African institution seeking to reshape the continent's place in global trade
Geopolitical tensions, climate change, technological disruption and shifting trade relationships are reshaping how countries engage with each other economically Kampala, Uganda | ISAAC KHISA | For three decades, the Southern and Eastern Africa Trade Information and Negotiations Institute (SEATINI) has worked behind the scenes to give African countries a stronger voice in … The post SEATINI @30: The African institution seeking to reshape the continent's place in global trade appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@uplandMedia Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:00:42
The triumph of India's Cockroaches
It started with an insult. In mid-May, during an open court hearing, Supreme Court Chief Justice Surya Kant referred to some unemployed young people as "cockroaches" and "parasites." COMMENT | SHASHI THAROOR | For those accustomed to viewing Indian democracy through the prism of grand electoral contests or warnings about institutional erosion, recent … The post The triumph of India's Cockroaches appeared first on The Independent Uganda:.
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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:11:37
ForteBet Real Stars Awards honour Uganda's international sporting Heroes for July
Ugandas outstanding sporting achievers were celebrated on Tuesday as the ForteBet Real Stars Awards recognised the countrys top performers for the month of July during a ceremony held at Nanjing Hotel in Kampala. The monthly awards honoured excellence across Swimming (Para Sports), Archery, Basketball and Rally, with each winner being recognised for exceptional performances on
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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:35:02
Regional Qualifiers near finish as 19 teams seal 2026 Schools Cricket Week berths
The race to the 2026 Boys' Schools Cricket Week is entering its final stretch, with 19 schools already securing qualification from regional tournaments across Uganda. Only one place remains up for grabs before the countrys premier schools cricket championship gets underway later this month. The expanded 20-team tournament will bring together the nations top secondary
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@sportsOceanUganda Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:23:32
CANAL+ Strengthens Football Offering with Exclusive UEFA Men's Club Competitions Rights Through 2031
CANAL+ announces the acquisition of the exclusive rights, in all languages, to all UEFA Men's Club competitions in Sub-Saharan Africa. Starting in mid-2027, the Group will exclusively bring the biggest matches from the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League to its subscribers across more than 40 countries in the region until
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@uplandMedia Tue, 04 Aug 2026 20:45:08
Alcohol Fuels Domestic Violence Among South Sudanese Refugees in Lamwo
The issue was discussed during a community dialogue, or Baraza, held on Monday by Reproductive Health Uganda (RHU) in partnership with the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA). This event was part of the Strengthening Community-Based Climate Adaptation (STRENGTH) in Uganda and Sudan Project, which is funded by the Danish Family Planning Association (DFPA).
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@theScribeUganda Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:57:12
The Spark at Freedom Square: How East Africa's Gen-Z Leaders Are Rewriting the Future
By Fatumah Hussein The atmosphere at Makerere University's Freedom Square was charged with energy and ambition as more than 1,500 student leaders from Kenya, Tanzania, South Sudan, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Somalia and Uganda gathered for the 3rd Annual East African Guild Leaders' Summit. This was far more than a conventional academic gathering. Held under the theme, "Youth Leadership, Production, and Regional Integration: Building a Competitive East Africa in a Changing Global Order," the summit transformed Makerere University into a platform for young leaders to discuss solutions to some of the region's most pressing challenges. With
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